Dedicated to All Better

Whether treating a toddler in an emergency or supporting a teen through chemotherapy treatments, we are dedicated to the care of each patient. It’s through teamwork at every level of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and with you, the family, that we are able to achieve excellence in pediatric care.

To make kids better today and healthier tomorrow

With a proven track record of providing world-class care to patients in more than 30 pediatric specialties, we are a model for other pediatric hospitals. Infants, teens and young adults belong in a children’s hospital where they can get specialized treatment from caregivers who know the important differences between children and adults.

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Seeking answers to challenging medical conditions

Research is a cornerstone of the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta mission to enhance the lives of children. In conjunction with Emory University School of Medicine, Georgia Tech and Morehouse, Children’s seeks answers to the most challenging childhood medical conditions through teaching and research.

Getting Kids on a Healthy Track—Simplified

We all want happy, healthy kids. But as a busy parent, helping your kids eat well and stay active can be a challenge.

At Strong4Life, created by Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, our doctors, nutritionists and wellness experts create fun, easy ways to help your kids eat, move and live healthier. From picky eaters to passionate gamers, we have a slew of simple tips by experts who understand, because we’re parents, too.

Make a difference in children’s lives

As a not-for-profit organization, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta relies on the generous financial and volunteer support of our community. Your donations directly impact the lives of each family served by Children’s and support many initiatives such as clinical excellence, research, teaching, wellness and charity care.

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Questions to Ask Your Doctor

You're probably used to answering your doctor's questions — not asking your own. But you have the right to ask questions, too. In fact, you should be able to ask questions about anything you'd like: It's your body.

This questions can help you start conversations about common health problems and concerns. You may want to print the list out and bring it to your doctor's appointment. You don't have to ask all of the questions — or even any of them — but you can use them as a guide.

Questions for establishing open communication with your doctor:

Will you keep any information I give you confidential?

Is it OK for me to see you without my parents in the room?

If I need to, can I see you without my parents knowing about the visit?

Questions for an illness or symptom:

What's wrong with me?

Can you draw me a picture or show me what's wrong?

What causes this type of problem?

Is this serious?

Can I give this illness to someone else, and if so, how and for how long?

Are there any activities or foods I should avoid until I'm better?

When can I return to school or work?

How can I prevent this from happening again?

Questions for medications:

What does this medicine do?

What will happen if I don't take it?

What are the side effects?

How long should I take it?

What if I accidentally miss a dose?

If I don't notice any improvement, how long should I wait before calling you?

Questions for tests and treatments:

Why is this test needed?

What will happen if I don't get the test?

Are there any risks involved?

Will it hurt? If so, is there anything we can do to lessen the pain?

Can you perform the test or treatment in your office, or will I need to go to a lab or other facility?

What are the side effects?

How should I prepare for the test or treatment?

What side effects or changes should I report to you?

The more questions you ask, the more you discover about your body. And when you know what's going on with your body, you can take better control of your own health — today and in the future.